Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Wheaton to Honor Retiring City Attorney Jim Knippen

After 20 years representing the City of Wheaton as City Attorney, James Knippen will be retiring in February. Monday, Feb. 6, 2023 will be Knippen’s final City Council meeting in this role. A reception will be held at 6:15 p.m. prior to the City Council meeting. Please come by and thank Jim for his service to the community.

Shared Cost Parkway Tree Planting Program

With the start of a new year comes a new opportunity for you to add a parkway tree in front of your property. The Forestry Division is now accepting applications for the 2023 Shared Cost Parkway Tree Planting Program. As we continue seeking ways to encourage sustainable actions in our community, this year’s program has been significantly expanded to provide shared-cost funding for up to 200 new trees on a first-come, first-served basis. Open now through March 1, this program allows property owners to pay $95 per tree to have City crews plant a new tree in the parkway adjacent to their property. Property owners can select from up to 12 species. See the City's website for the application.

Wheaton Names New City Attorney

On Jan. 30, 2023, Dawn Didier will join the City of Wheaton as the new City Attorney, following the retirement of longtime City Attorney James Knippen. Didier will lead the recently created Legal Department as the City transitions from legal representation by an outside law firm to a staff position. Ms. Didier has more than 20 years of municipal legal experience, most recently as Downers Grove’s Assistant Village Attorney. She previously represented the City of DeKalb as Assistant City Attorney.

Downtown Wheaton Restaurant Week Happening Now through Jan. 29

Order up because the Downtown Wheaton Association's Restaurant Week is here now until Jan. 29! Join DWA for this week-long celebration of the vibrant Downtown Wheaton culinary scene. From special menu offerings to discounts and even charitable givebacks, this is the perfect opportunity to try a new restaurant or visit one of your local favorites. For more information, visit DWA's website.

Reminder to Take the Downtown Wheaton Parking Survey

Share your views on parking in downtown Wheaton and near our train stations. The City needs your input to better designate parking for everyone visiting, shopping, working and living in downtown Wheaton. Please share your thoughts with us by taking the survey online.

Snow Parking Reminders

Knowing where and when you can park when it snows helps crews clear streets as quickly as possible. Under City Code 70-344, after 2 inches of accumulated snow, parking is prohibited on any City street, and Downtown Wheaton parking is prohibited from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. Vehicles obstructing plows may be towed by the Wheaton Police Department at the owner’s expense. This allows Wheaton’s Public Works Department to clear the roadways efficiently and safely. Clearing the City of snow and ice can be a tremendous task for Wheaton’s Public Works. Please help keep Wheaton’s streets safe by reporting dangerous roadway conditions to 9-1-1 and clearing sidewalks adjacent to your residence or business.

City of Wheaton Videos

Upcoming Library Events

To register for these events, please visit wheatonlibrary.org/calendar.

Mobile DMV
Monday, Jan. 30, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
In-person
Wheaton Public Library .
225 N. Cross St.

The Secretary of State's Mobile Express Unit will be in Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library with no appointments required. Limited services will be offered, including Renewal/Correction of Driver's License, Vehicle Sticker Sales (License Plate), and more. Visit wheatonlibrary.org/calendar for more info.

Upcoming Meetings

Community Relations Commission

Wednesday, Feb. 1, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Contact Us

To contact us, please send an email to:
communications@wheaton.il.us.